Sector leadership is a big complicated job. It requires understanding and corralling lots of different views, building and maintaining a Rolodex of connections, and developing and executing multi-faceted change strategy. These folks travel constantly and don’t make as much as they could in the private sector. Their commitment to advancing the field and improving outcomes for kids is inspiring.

Good association leaders recruit great board members—people equally committed to long term impact. The folks I serve with on the iNACOL board are a joy to be around, they are bright, committed, knowledgeable, and all about impact.

I appreciate chamber of commerce executives that are champions for their community. I appreciate the state school administrator execs that push for equity and excellence. Thank your favorite association exec this week.